Art by Cara TangTransparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. My natural inclination is to say yes. I want to be helpful, involved and I never want to miss out on an opportunity.However, as I have progressed through college, I have recognized that my time is a scarce … [Read more...] about Opinion: Say No More Often
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Stress and Schedule: Students Face Midterm Season
Every semester, when the halfway mark rolls around, Pepperdine students are faced with midterm season. Students are tasked with the challenge of juggling seemingly endless academic and extracurricular responsibilities. The overwhelming pressures arise form the intense workload, sophomore Isabella Morton said. "I am a Finance and Economics double major," Morton said. "During … [Read more...] about Stress and Schedule: Students Face Midterm Season
Rave: SparkNotes Are a Literary Lifesaver
Art by Jackie Lopez Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. SparkNotes makes it easy for book lovers and students to explore literature even when life gets busy. Imagine always having an experienced literature expert at your disposal, ready to explain the meaning … [Read more...] about Rave: SparkNotes Are a Literary Lifesaver
Opinion: Open-Note Exams Benefit Students’ Futures
Art by Samantha Miller School is meant to prepare students for the future, providing them with skills and knowledge they can benefit from forever. Closed-note exams, however, do not help students achieve this goal.Studies show closed-note exams create anxiety, promote cramming and encourage short-term memorization — all of which actually result in lower long-term … [Read more...] about Opinion: Open-Note Exams Benefit Students’ Futures
Opinion: Pepperdine Must Communicate COVID-Positive Protocols
Art by Samantha Miller There are currently 656 student COVID cases, with 389 of those being students who live on campus, as of Wednesday January 19, according to the COVID-19 University Updates webpage. With the amount of cases presented at such an early point in the semester, it begs the question, was the University prepared for such a large number this early? Students … [Read more...] about Opinion: Pepperdine Must Communicate COVID-Positive Protocols
